1997 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Verada | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
